1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0L from North America
Summary:
OK Daily Driver
Faults:
Door Locks don't work right.
Trunk lid doesn't open all the time when you use the keyless entry.
Gas Door broke.
Glove box hinge broke.
Light behind a/c controls stopped working
Cup holder broke,
Button from brake handle fell off.
Window clips broke on passenger door.
Had to replace the antenna because the rubber dry rotted.
The struts all went bad, need replacement.
General Comments:
The car as far as engine goes has been a good car, it's just had A lot of electrical issues that are annoying. It rides smooth and stuff, but I don't like electrical vehicles.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st October, 2007
31st Jul 2009, 21:29
There are wiring problems in the 98 Jetta even without the power windows; the wires shorting out in the column, the console and at the radio. Of course these problems are not worth fixing. Beware.